Places Known and Remembered: An Art Exhibition by Laura Gatzos

This exhibit by Laura Gatzos, contains depictions of familiar and comforting scenes and places we encounter as New Englanders. From local parks to rural roads, from museums to comforting scenes of home, the paintings in this collection invoke a sense of nostalgia and wonderment and assert that beauty and color are a form of self-care." Artist Statement: I create art that is detailed, yet calm, brightly colored, yet gentle. In a world that encourages cynicism, sarcasm, and hard edges, my art offers an alternate proposition where kindness is valued, and the restorative properties of the natural world can offer a soothing respite. I draw and paint the places where I find calm: my family farm and environs in Vermont, where I grew up and return to as often as I can; the Emerald Necklase and conservation lands in the Boston area, where I go when I need an escape; Greece, the homeland of my husband's family, where I am in awe of the beauty of the land, the architecture, and the sea. Bio: Laura Gatzos has been creating art for as long as she can remember, using pastels, oils, watercolors, and acrylics. Born and raised on a dairy farm in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, Laura is inspired by nature and seeks to capture the beauty and restorative properties of the natural world. Professionally, Laura combines creativity and her love of science, technology, and her previous experience as a medical technologist to support research computing endeavors at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, finding solutions which promote cost-savings, increase computing efficiency, and improve ease-of-use for members of the DFCI research community. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation.